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Description/Taste. Crosnes can be described as appearing similar to a small grub or misshapen pearls. Usually about two inches or more in length and about one-half inch or less in diameter, Crosnes have a crunchy texture and earthy flavor, similar to a Jerusalem artichoke in taste. Crosnes offer a vague, nutty sweetness and juiciness. The plant's hairy felt-like leaves and square stems resemble those of the mint family. Seasons/Availability Crosnes are available in the late fall. Current Facts Crosnes, botanically known as Stachys affinis, is a small tuber vegetable native to Japan. Grown from the chorogi plant, Crosnes are also commonly known as Chinese artichoke, Japanese artichoke, knot root and chorogi. Crosne, pronounced crone, is an Asian member of the mint family, Labiatae, which is known for its edible and unusual-shaped tubers. Extremely labor intensive to harvest, Crosnes take hours of hands-on labor for only a few pounds of edible product.